Guttridge Ltd publish first white paper
New authoritative guidance on ‘The practicalities and economics of dust suppression’
GUTTRIDGE Ltd, well known for their expertise in bulk material handling, have published their first white paper, ‘The practicalities and economics of dust suppression’, which provides authoritative and practical guidance for those tackling the critical issue of dust control during bulk material transfer.
Jointly authored by Peter Guttridge, chairman of Guttridge Ltd, and Ian Walton from DSH Systems, world leaders in innovative technology for dust suppression, the paper examines the health, safety, environmental and economic issues associated with uncontrolled dust release, highlighting the capabilities of the Dust Suppression Hopper (DSH).
The release of dust during bulk material handling procedures, such as out-loading or the transfer of a feed or product to a lorry or tanker, is recognized as a significant operational hazard at many sites and ports. Associated health and safety issues range from air and water contamination to the potential for explosion, whilst economic penalties include lost product and the manual effort required for clean-up.
Telescopic bellows are a traditional choice for bulk out-loading but have a number of limitations. In the white paper, the authors examine the mechanism of dust release during the transfer of granular materials and the issues this creates. The advantages and limitations of telescopic bellows technology are discussed, and the operating principles of the DSH are introduced.
By concentrating a discharging stream of granular material into a densified, solid-like column that draws in any fine material, the DSH suppresses dust release at source. Example calculations illustrate the potential benefits of this technology and how it can deliver a substantial return on investment, as well as eliminating health, safety and environmental concerns.
The white paper is available as a free download from the Guttridge website. For further information contact Rachel Lee at Guttridge Ltd on tel: +44 (0)1775 765300; or email: [email protected]
